Undergraduate Course Descriptions

You will find descriptions for all courses in the Sport and Exercise Sciences below. To determine which courses you are required to complete and which are recommended for your major, check your major’s curriculum online or in the undergraduate course catalog.

Sport and Exercise Sciences

All Sport and Exercise Science courses carry the prefix SES.

110 Introduction to Diving Science, Technology and Management (2)Provides an overview of recreational, scientific, public safety, commercial, military diving, and career opportunities within each area.

112 CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer (1)National Safety Council certification examinations: Professional Rescuer CPR (Includes AED/O2 Admin) and Bloodborne and Airborne Pathogens. Lecture and lab must be taken concurrently.

112L CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer Laboratory (1)This Laboratory course applies the cognitive and affective components of the SES 112 lecture in the practical experiences needed to prepare the student to make appropriate decisions about the care needed in case of emergency. Provides opportunity to acquire skills necessary to act as a crucial link in the emergency medical services (EMS) system. National Safety Council certifications: Professional Rescuer CPR (Includes AED/O2 Admin) and Bloodborne and Airborne Pathogens.

150 Introduction to Outdoor Pursuits (3)This course serves as a basic introduction to the field of leisure and recreation. It includes current principles, theories, and practical applications relevant to contemporary outdoor recreation and leisure pursuits. The course includes principles, current theories and practical applications for the leisure service provider.

173 Introduction to Wellness (3)Introduction to wellness is the study of essential practices as they relate to current concepts of prevention. The course will explore and emphasize the importance of emotional wellness, financial wellness, global wellness, intellectual wellness, physical wellness, social wellness, spiritual wellness, and vocational wellness.

181 A. T. Pre-clinical Skills I (1)Pre-clinical practicum for athletic training majors. Introduction to basic clinical skills used in the professional activities of the athletic trainer. Basic fieldwork in the athletic training facility is included. SES 181 A1 01 and SES 281 A1 01 are both required as part of the criteria for clinical program selection.

199 Special Topics (1-3)Topics may vary each semester as determined by the SES faculty, based on subjects of current interest. Offered no more than twice for the same topic.

205 Managerial Issues in Golf Industry (3)

210 Foundations of Sport and Exercise Sciences (3)Historical foundations of physical education, sport, and exercise. Introduction to the fields of Exercise Science, Physical Education, Sport Management, Leisure and Recreation Management and Athletic Training. Participation in a variety of sport experiences. A focus of the class is to examine the common elements that unite the fields of Sport and Exercise Sciences.

211 Lifeguard Training (2)Personal safety, self-rescue, and rescue of others in, on and around the water. Provides minimum skills necessary for qualification as a non-surf lifeguard. American Red Cross certification examination: Lifeguard Training. Prerequisite: SES 112/112L or 212/212L, or proof of equivalent current certification in First Aid, CPR/AED prior to course completion.

212 Emergency Response (2)Course content and practical experiences prepare the student to make appropriate decisions about the care needed in case of emergency. Provides opportunity to acquire skills necessary to act as a crucial link in the emergency medical services (EMS) system. National Safety Council certifications: Professional Rescuer CPR (Includes AED/O2 Admin); Bloodborne and Airborne Pathogens and First Responder. Lecture and Lab must be taken concurrently.

212L Emergency Response and Lab (1)This Laboratory course applies the cognitive and affective components of the SES 212 lecture in the practical experiences needed to prepare the student to make appropriate decisions about the care needed in case of emergency. Provides opportunity to acquire skills necessary to act as a crucial link in the emergency medical services (EMS) system. National Safety Council certifications: Professional Rescuer CPR (Includes AED/O2 Admin); Bloodborne and Airborne Pathogens and First Responder.

214 Methods of Instruction in Swimming and Water Safety (3)Methods of teaching swimming and water safety; American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification course.

220 Care and Prevention of Musculoskeletal Injuries (3)This course is designed to introduce the student to the study of injuries as well as the conditions and illnesses of the physically active. The student will examine the anatomy and physiology associated with injury as well as the etiologic factors related to injury. The student will also be introduced to the concepts related to the field of athletic training as a profession and will address the view of other professionals involved with injury in the athletic arena. The course is intended to provide the preliminary information needed to advance the field of athletic training and establish a foundation of knowledge towards challenging the BOC certification examination. Prerequisite: BIO 220/230.

220L Care and Prevention of Musculoskeletal Injuries Lab (1)This laboratory course applies the cognitive and affective components of the SES 220 lecture in the practice and proficiency of the psychomotor skills associated with basic injury assessment and athletic injury assessment and athletic tapping techniques. Two hours weekly. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in SES 220.

240 Dive Accident Management & Rescue (2)Trains divers and dive leaders in procedures and techniques for the emergency management of injuries encountered in diving and the aquatic environment. Examines primary, secondary, and illness assessment, field neurological tests, first aid for pressure related accidents with emphasis on decompression sickness and arterial gas embolism, use of oxygen and oxygen equipment, care of marine life injuries, accident-related diving equipment problems, diving accident analysis, statistical review of diving injuries and fatalities, and the role of divers and dive leaders in accident prevention. Prerequisite: SES 230 and documentation of required program criteria. Corequisites: SES 211 or equivalent; SES 212/212L or equivalent.

260 Leisure Planning & Programming (3)Provides a basic understanding of the knowledge, skills, and values required for successful planning & programming of leisure services for all populations. Presents the steps necessary to establish, market, and manage the human and financial resources in leisure activities. Includes observations of recreational programs, including those in aging communities, tourism, etc.

262 Recreational Leadership (3)This course is designed to introduce students to program and leadership skills used in leisure and recreational enterprises. Emphasis will be on leadership techniques, group dynamics, communication skills, facilitation styles, problem solving and decision making techniques. A study of group dynamics and the theories and processes of leadership will be explored.

270 Concepts of Fitness and Wellness (3)This course is required for students majoring or minoring in one of the SES programs. Students will analyze the impact of diet, exercise, stress management, health, and other areas of total wellness on the quality of life. Students will examine their personal health risk, complete a personal fitness and nutritional assessment, as well as pursue an individual exercise prescription program. Hands-on experiences and exposure to the use of computer analysis in fitness assessment are included.

281 A.T. Pre-Clinical Skills II (1)Pre-clinical practicum for athletic training majors. Introduction to basic clinical skills used in the professional activities of the athletic trainer. Basic fieldwork in the athletic training facility are included. SES 181 A1 01 and SES 281 A1 01 are both required as part of the criteria for clinical program selection. Prerequisite: prior to successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in SES 181.

292 Commercial Recreation (3)This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals and principles of commercial recreation, including the delivery of goods, services, facilities, entrepreneurship, and current trends in the field.

311 Tropical Diving Environments (3)Examines selected environments commonly associated with recreational diving in Florida and the Tropics. Includes intensive field trip and theory reviewing site selection. Topics selected for individual diver projects chosen for integration and environment. Special course fees apply. Prerequisites: ISR 255/255L or equivalent and instructor approval prior to enrollment as special program criteria for student involvement must be met.

320L Kinesiology Lab (1)The study and application of anatomical and biomechanical principles of human performance and movement science. Laboratory to be taken concurrently with lecture.

321 Advanced Upper Extremity Assessment of Musculoskeletal Injuries (3)This course is designed to introduce the athletic training student to techniques in assessment and evaluating athletic related injuries in the upper extremity, head facial, ear, eye regions. The student will be introduced to the processes associated with evaluating structural, bio-mechanical, neural, and etiological factors related to athletic injury. Prerequisites SES 220/220L (as required by the program director)

325 Officiating Team and Individual Sports (2)A study of officiating techniques, rules and procedures in selected team and individual sports.

326 Principles of Motor Learning (3)Introduces the student to psychomotor concepts and how these principles are applied to the learning of gross and fine motor skills in order to produce more efficient movement. Emphasis is placed on motor learning theories, research, and the learning environment.

328 Theory of Coaching (3)Techniques and principles related to coaching and training athletes in various team and individual sports; use of sound instructional strategies, athletic management, and organizational techniques applied to coaching. This course partially fulfills the requirements for the Florida Athletic Coaching Certification.

335 Introduction to Sport Psychology (3)An analysis of the social and psychological dimensions of sport. Emphasis is placed on social and psychological theories and research related to physical activity, physical education, corporate fitness, and athletic programs. Prerequisites: PSY 281 or college-level course work in Psychology.

337 Introduction to Exercise Psychology (3)A course that examines the reciprocal relations among physical activity, exercise behavior, and biochemical and physiological adaptation. Further, this course provides a foundational exploration of psychosocial determinants and effects associated with adopting and maintaining an exercise program. Topics include: theories of behavior change, exercise psychology interventions, and the relationship between exercise and mental health.

340 Adapted Physical Activity, Recreation and Sport (3)An introductory course designed for pre-professionals to develop competencies necessary to deliver service in accordance with federal laws. Motor, sensory, and cognitive disabilities will be discussed. Emphasis is placed on individualized educational programming and adapting regular physical activity, recreation, and sport programs.

SES 341 Psychology of Injury (3)This course will examine the psychological factors involved in injury and the rehabilitation process. Relevant theory, research, and practical applications will be discussed along with the integration and application of knowledge learned from other major courses as they apply to this particular context. Some topics include: impact of stress on injury, psychological reactions to injury, adherence to injury rehabilitation programs, the application of psychological skills (e.g., goal setting, imagery, self-talk, confidence) based on the phase of injury rehabilitation, social support, and returning to performance after injury.

346 Wilderness Expeditionary Training (3)This course involves travel to and within selected national parks or wilderness areas, offering an applied approach to preparing for and leading wilderness expeditions. The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the fundamentals of wilderness travel with an emphasis on preparation, safety, service and leadership. This course is designed to meet the needs of those interested in outdoor adventure activity programming.

350 Tests and Measurement in HPER and Sport (3)Introduction to measurement and evaluation techniques used in school and non-school settings. Includes simplified statistics, test construction, skill evaluation, and measurement of physical fitness and physical performance. Prerequisite: MAT 152.

351 Diving Leadership Practicum (2)Prepares students for industry opportunities as a dive master or dive guide and diving instructor. Includes dive planning, dive management and control, diver problem-solving, diver rescue (review), teaching confined water skills, teaching open water skills, tutoring entry level diving students, role of dive masters in confined water and open water training and non-training activities, diver buoyancy control, dive site survey, analysis, and mapping, and responsibilities and techniques of dive guides. Reviews selected topics from SES 230 and 240. Practical experience is acquired by serving as an instructor aide in ISR 155L (confined-water and open-water sessions) as well as tutoring entry-level students. Additional open water training sessions will be scheduled. Students successfully completing this course may be eligible for certification as Dive Master with an international training agency. Special course and certification fees apply. Prerequisite: SES 240/240L, SES 311 and proof of current certifications in SES 211, SES 212/212L or equivalents.

351L Diving Leadership Practicum Laboratory (1)Prepares students for career opportunities as a dive master or dive guide and diving instructor. Includes practical experiences with dive planning, dive management and control. diver problem-solving, diver rescue (review), teaching confined water skills, teaching open-water skills, tutoring entry level students, role of divemasters in confined and open water training and non-training activities, diver buoyancy control, dive site survey, analysis, and mapping, and responsibilities and techniques of dive guides. Practical experience is also acquired by serving as an instructor aide in ISR 155L (confined and open water training sessions) as well as tutoring entry-level students. Additional open water training sessions will be scheduled. Must be taken concurrently with SES 351. Students successfully completing this course may be eligible for certification as Dive Master with an international training agency. Special course and certification fees apply. Prerequisites: SES 240/240L, SES 311 and proof of current certifications in SES 211, SES 212/212L or equivalents.

360 Essentials of Exercise Physiology (3)This is an entry-level course in exercise physiology, which is the study of how the body (subcell, cell, tissue, organ, system) responds in function and structure to 1) acute exercise stress, and 2) chronic physical activity. Aspects of chemistry, biology, and physics are integrated to explain biological events and their sites of occurrence in the human body as they affect exercise and training. The course includes the energy systems, neuromuscular concepts as applied to sports, and functions of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems during rest, steady state and exhaustive physical activity. This course satisfies a general education “distribution” requirement in Science and is required for SEPP, SESA, SPM and SPMD majors. 3 hours lecture and 2 hours lab weekly. Laboratory to be taken concurrently with lecture. Laboratory fee required. Prerequisite: BIO 220/230.

360L Essentials of Exercise Physiology Laboratory (1)This lab course is designed to provide students the opportunity to learn basic principles of exercise response and training and their applications to diverse populations. It is designed to help pre-professionals in physical education and sport management related majors understand the interrelationships among energy intake, energy production during exercise, and physiologic systems which support physical activity and training responses. Its applied perspective is designed to help physical educators, coaches and beginning exercise and sport professionals understand and appreciate the scientific foundations of exercise and physical activity/sport. Co-requisite: SES 360. Prerequisites: BIO 220/230 and BIO 220/230 Lab.

361L Exercise Physiology Laboratory (1)This lab course is designed to provide students the opportunity to learn basic skills relevant to an exercise physiologist. The student learns these skills through observation as well as through hands-on opportunities to perform as the technician and/or the client during the structured weekly activities. Students will experience, first hand, the neuromuscular, metabolic, and cardiorespiratory responses to acute exercise. Skills learned in this interactive setting serve as the foundation for future coursework within the Exercise Physiology curriculum. Prerequisite: BIO 240; Co-requisite: SES 361.

370 Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription (3)Application of exercise physiological concepts to exercise prescription and programming for individuals without disease or with controlled disease. Includes analysis of techniques used for health appraisal, risk stratification and fitness assessment, and evaluation of strategies used to promote physical activity. Prerequisites: SES 270 and SES 360/361.

370L Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription Lab (1)This lab course is designed to provide students the opportunity to acquire the skills necessary to perform fitness assessment and exercise testing for cardio-respiratory fitness, body composition, and muscle flexibility, strength and endurance, and to demonstrate various exercises prescribed for muscle flexibility, strength and endurance as recommended by the American College of Sports Medicine. 2-hour laboratory weekly. Must be taken concurrently with SES 370. Prerequisites: SES 270, and SES 360/360L or SES 361/361L.

380 Facility Design and Event Management (3)Includes knowledge of the various types of indoor and outdoor facilities, fiscal management, technological advances in equipment, planning of facilities, and event management.

382 Turfgrass Management for the Golf Professional (2)An analysis of turfgrass and turfgrass management issues related to golf. Topics include the influences of climate, chemicals, topography, repeated use, golf course design, and related factors in the development and maintenance of golf course turf.

388 Sport Ecotourism (3)This course involves travel to and within selected locations outside of the United States. Topics covered will include the history, philosophy, organization and management of the ecotourism industry. The selected destination will be examined in order to understand the various systems of the host country, including an overview of urban, private, regional, state and federal roles and guidelines in the provision of recreational opportunities. An introduction to nature resource-based tourism, adventure and commercial outdoor recreation opportunities, conservation values, and the impact of ecotourism will be explored.

390 Natural Resource Recreation Management (3)This course investigates the natural, cultural, social and managerial systems that provide society with opportunities for nature-based recreation. It will focus on the administration of recreational lands by state and federal agencies. Principles and practices of recreation planning and the management of natural resources will be examined.

411 Coaching Techniques for Disabled Athletes (2)Provides an introduction to the various sports organizations specific to athletes with disabilities and an emphasis on coaching techniques aimed at those athletes who compete in competitions provided by each of these groups.

422 Principles of Sport Travel and Tourism (3)The purpose of this course is to examine the elements and concept of sport and adventure travel and tourism. Topics will include the social science of tourism, and the geography, economics, psychology, history, and development of tourism and sustainable systems. The industry’s positive and negative social, cultural, economic, and ecological impacts in destination communities throughout the world will be explored. The planning, development and management of sport tourism at local, regional, national and international levels will be analyzed.

SES 427 Applied Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology (3)This course will examine relevant issues in the field of applied sport psychology and the application of psychological theories and research to performance in sport, exercise, and non-sport contexts. The course is designed to teach students the basics of psychological skills training and intervention development by exploring the application of cognitive strategies, such as goal setting, imagery, positive self-talk, and teambuilding. Students will have the opportunity to develop mental training programs for athletes, exercisers, groups/teams, coaches, and/or non-sport performers. Students will also have the opportunity to develop their understanding of the practice of sport psychology by observing the design and application of evidence-based mental training techniques and interventions utilized by AASP Certified Consultants and MS SEPP supervised graduate students.

431 Media Relations in Sport (3)Study of professional and collegiate sports and their relationship with the various media outlets. (Same as COM 431).

SES 437 Research in Sport, Exercise, & Performance Psychology (3)This course examines research methods and designs used in sport, exercise and performance psychology. Emphasis is placed on the development of research techniques, including the ability to define research problems, write hypotheses, review and interpret literature, and develop research designs. Student will learn basic statistics for measurement and research (e.g., probability, meaningfulness, sampling techniques, linear regression and correlation).

440 Sport Marketing, Promotions, and Fundraising (3)An investigation of the principles, applications, and techniques of marketing, promotions, corporate sponsorships, and fundraising within the various sporting industries.

446 Qualitative Analysis in Biomechanics (3)The study of the fundamentals of qualitative analysis of human movement: application of mechanical concepts, use of observational techniques, and development of skills useful for teaching and enhancing human performance in a practical environment. Prerequisite: SES 320.

463 Applied Physiology of Strength and Conditioning (3)Includes critical evaluation of strength and conditioning concepts and the biomechanical and physiological analyses of various sport movements as they apply to strength and power exercises for sport training. Students are prepared to attempt the National Strength and Conditioning Association’s certification exam. Prerequisites: SES 320 and SES 361. Can be taken concurrently with SES 320.

470 Methods and Practice of Elementary Physical Education (4)This course involves the study and practical application of instructional design and content for grades K-8 in a comprehensive and intensive format. It is designed to provide the elementary physical education major with the knowledge base, skills, methodology, curriculum development and techniques to teach a full range of developmental activities to school children in these grades. Instructional activities will involve skill analysis, peer teaching, video analysis, and demonstration of various teaching strategies for skills appropriate to grades K through 8. Instructional content and curriculum development will cover the entire range of skills, games, rhythms and dance, as well as tumbling, balance, and movement activities typically associated with physical education programs for this age group. Health-related subject matter appropriate for K-8 will also be addressed. An emphasis is placed on learning in all three domains: cognitive, affective, and psychomotor. Students also participate in twenty hours of field experiences and observation in elementary/middle schools. This is a required course for majors in elementary physical education (K-8). Prerequisites: EDU 151 and 218, SES 270.

471 Methods and Practice of Teaching Developmental Activities II (K-8) (4)Continuation of SES 470. This course is designed to integrate material learned in SES 470 with teaching methodology, curriculum development, and refinement of teaching skills. Students also participate in twenty hours of field experiences and observation in selected elementary/middle schools. This is a required course for majors in physical education (K-8). Prerequisites: SES 470.

472 Methods of Teaching Golf (2)Instruction in and techniques of teaching golf to clients at various golf facilities. Application, methods and practice in golf instruction and training with subjects of varying skill levels.

475 Methods and Practice of Teaching Secondary Physical Education (4)This course involves the study and practical application of instructional design and content for grades 6-12 in a comprehensive and intensive format. It is designed to provide the secondary physical education major with the knowledge base, skills, methodology, and techniques to teach a full range of activities to secondary students in these grades. Instructional content and curriculum development will cover three general areas: recreational team sports, individual lifetime sports, and personal fitness/wellness activities. Instructional activities will involve skill analysis, peer teaching, video analysis, and demonstration of various teaching strategies for skills appropriate to grades 6-12. Emphasis is placed on learning in all three domains: cognitive, affective and psychomotor. Students may also be assigned to assist with an ISR class within the department or other instructional setting. Students also participate in twenty hours of field experiences and observation in selected middle and secondary schools. This is a required course for majors in secondary physical education (6-12). Prerequisites: EDU 151 and 218, SES 270.

476 Secondary School Physical Education Theory and Practice II (6-12) (4)This course is designed to integrate skills learned in SES 475 with teaching methodology, curriculum development, and refinement of teaching skills. Students also participate in twenty hours of field experiences and observation in selected middle and secondary schools. This is a required course for majors in secondary physical education (6-12). Prerequisites: EDU 151 and 218, SES 270.

480 Contemporary Issues and Ethics in Sport (3)The senior “capstone” course for all SES majors which integrates the knowledge and concepts gained from prior course work and field experiences with real life situations in sport. Examines the positive and negative consequences of the way sport is organized, managed, and reported in American society by drawing from current events and articles. Provides a philosophical overview of the values that sport personifies in today’s society. Prerequisite: Senior status.

SES 483 Senior Project (Applied or Research option) (3)This is a senior capstone course which integrates the knowledge, concepts, as well as professional skills gained from prior coursework in the sport, exercise, and performance psychology undergraduate program. Students will be able to choose from two different options in this capstone course: a) an applied project in which the student will develop a hypothetical applied case and intervention program for a client/team (e.g., athlete, exerciser, musician, dancer) in order to synthesize and demonstrate their ability to understand, develop, and advance the principles of applied psychology; b) a research project in which the student will provide the development of research techniques, including the ability to define a research problem, write hypotheses, review the literature, apply a research design, collect and analyze data, and interpret the results.

485 Introduction to Law in Sport and Exercise Sciences (3)Law affecting participation, supervision, and administration of amateur, professional, and recreational sport and exercise.

486 Practicum (2, 3, or 6)Advanced field experience in the application of learned principles and professional development from Coaching (CO), Athletic Training (AT), Exercise Physiology (EX), Management-Diving Industry (MD), , Applied Sport & Exercise Sciences (CO, FS, RM), and Sport Management (SM). Course may be repeated if field experience is varied. Prerequisites for all Approval of Program Director and Department Chair; Exercise Physiology majors must also satisfy the specific requirements for Practicum approval listed under the major.

499 Internship (3, 6 or 12)Intensive, senior-level supervised work experience in Athletic Training (AT), Exercise Physiology (EP), SM-Diving Industry (DI), Applied Sport & Exercise Sciences (CO, FS, RM), and Sport Management (SM). An evening seminar and/or written report of experiences may be included. In order to be permitted to represent Barry University in the public sector, students approved for off-campus internships must, in addition to satisfying stipulated academic requirements in the major, meet personal and professional standards established by national governing bodies. Students must be currently certified in CPR/AED and First Aid. All internship assignments are local in order to provide appropriate faculty supervision. Rare exceptions may be made for offsite internships by the Dept. Chair for exceptional students who have demonstrated superior academic performance and the ability for self-motivation. Students must be able to provide personal transportation to all internship affiliations and absorb expenses related thereto. Athletic Training majors must have also completed 700 supervised clinical hours; Physical Education & Coaching and Exercise Physiology majors must satisfy the specific requirements for Internship approval listed under the major. A total of 12 cr. hrs. is required for all SES majors, except for the EXP B.S. to M.S. option, which only requires 6 credits. Prerequisites Students must be in academic “Good Standing” in their SES major as well as prior approval of the Program Coordinator and Dept. Chair.

Instructional Activities in Sport and Recreation

Lorean Mapp), MS, Wellness CoordinatorThe following courses focus on general fitness, lifetime sport and recreational opportunities. Offering diversity in choice, the courses provide instructional fitness and recreational experiences available to the entire University community. They are designed to promote physical and mental well-being through the development of a lifestyle that includes physical activity. The variety of activities and skill levels affords each student a choice to suit individual needs and desires. The student has the opportunity to develop competency in selected activities in order to maintain fitness for living, to provide a foundation for active use of leisure time, and to prepare for life-long recreational involvement.

Students may choose to enroll in an ISR course for their first experience at the 100 level. Students successfully completing an ISR 100 level course may not repeat the same 100 level course. All subsequent ISR courses enrollments on the same topic may be repeated at the 200 level for credit in order to provide opportunity to improve upon skill, endurance, strength, and flexibility. ISR courses are one to two (1-2) semester hours of credit, unless otherwise stated, and are CR/NC option only; no letter grade is earned. Activities may carry a special course fee. All courses require a signed waiver of liability and medical history questionnaire/participation agreement. Courses involving strenuous physical activity may also require additional participation/liability releases.

LEVEL I COURSES are designated by the 100 number and are entry level courses.LEVEL II COURSES are designated by the 200 number. Course material builds on entry skills developed by 100 courses.Prerequisite to enrollment is the appropriate 100 level course or permission of the instructor.

101/201 Aerobic Exercise (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course Fee: TBACourse will incorporate Aerobic Exercise (Hi and Low Impact), Step, Cardio Kickboxing, Body Sculpting, Abdominal, Balance, Stretching and Coordination exercises. Each class will consist of a cardio workout followed by an abdominal and lower body workout as well as stretching.

103/203 Boot Camp (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course Fee: TBACourse is an intense physical training program founded on the principles established through the United States Army Physical Fitness School (USAPFS). Class will be conducted in an indoor/outdoor environment, utilizing a military-style format that will expand the fitness horizons of all participants. Class format to include fitness games, group challenges, wheelbarrow races, medicine ball drills, plyometrics, box drills, obstacle courses, and multiple versions of the military standard - push-ups and sit ups.

105/205 Cardio Kickboxing (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course Fee: TBAClass taught is a non-contact group exercise format to include both cardiovascular and strength training routines based on martial arts moves. Skills include: kicks, jabs, hooks and uppercuts to improve skill related fitness components such as agility, power, speed, and balance. In addition, a portion of the class will focus on sculpting of the body through use of the students’ own body weight and various fitness equipment (i.e., body bars, medicine balls, and hand held weights).

107/207 Flag Football (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course Fee: TBAStudents will learn the fundamentals of football: passing, catching, and playing defense. Class will cater to both the beginner and intermediate participant, where the latter will refine skills and work on more complex parts of the game (designing plays, refereeing, or coaching). The course will also educate students in the finer points of the game in an attempt to appreciate the game from a spectator’s perspective.

112/212 Badminton (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course Fee: TBACourse covers the fundamentals of badminton. Emphasis is placed on the basics of serving, clears, drops, drives, smashes, and the rules and strategies of singles and doubles. Upon completion, students should be able to apply these skills in playing situations.

113/213 Basketball (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course designed to create an interest in basketball and develop sufficient knowledge and skills so that one can enjoy the sport as a recreational activity. This course includes a combination of in class instruction, sessions of practice with specific drills, and extensive team participation.

114/214 Board Sailing (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course Fee: TBACourse designed to teach students how to perform on a sailboard, commonly known as windsurfing. The objective of this course is to teach students basic skills, help students understand and appreciate the sport of board sailing, and encourage the development of individual windsurfing competencies. Techniques, safe practices, and strategies of windsurfing will be taught throughout the class.

115/215 Bowling (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course Fee: TBACourse designed to provide an active learning environment in which students are exposed to the fundamentals of bowling. This class will demonstrate a progression of basic bowling skill and understanding through beginner, recreational, and introductory competitive levels. Physical and mental skill development as well as strategy are included.

120/220 Canoeing (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course Fee: TBACourse provides the student with knowledge about canoe nomenclature, basic strokes and flat-water maneuvers, and basic boating safety. The student will also be introduced to river reading and some beginning moving water techniques.

121/221 Spinning (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course Fee: TBACourse designed to build a good foundation of current knowledge and practices of Spinning. Emphasis placed upon: safety, bike setup, spinning movements and technique, heart rate training, program design, music selection, and specialty topics. The ultimate purpose of this course is to prepare students to safely meet the physical demands of daily life, to improve health benefits, and to seek opportunities for to be physically active for a lifetime.

125/225 Fencing (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course Fee: TBACourse provides an understanding of the fundamentals of fencing with an emphasis on the basic footwork, blade work, strategy, basic boating skills. The course will allow you to develop confidence through skill development and will include understanding of the rules, sportsmanship, and etiquette of fencing so that you can develop an appreciation for the sport.

130 /230 Golf (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course Fee: TBACourse designed to assist you to build a good foundation of current knowledge and practices in golf. Emphasis will be placed upon: technique and participation. The ultimate purpose of this course is to help you establish the sound fundamentals of the golf swing.

130 /230 Golf (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course Fee: TBACourse designed to assist you to build a good foundation of current knowledge and practices in golf. Emphasis will be placed upon: technique and participation. The ultimate purpose of this course is to help you establish the sound fundamentals of the golf swing.

135/235 Judo and Self-Defense (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course designed to provide knowledge of basic self-defense techniques and skills necessary to enjoy and participate in the sport of judo.

136 Kayaking (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course Fee: TBA Course focuses on skills needed for any type of kayak including but not limited to sit on tops, recreational, and sit-in. The class will address paddle safely and potential paddling hazards. Simple rescues are demonstrated by the instructor combined with the paddling skills practiced by students to maneuver safely and comfortably on still and coastal waters.

137/237 Peak Performance Training (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course is an advanced format designed to introduce students to functional exercise training methods. Main focus on exercises that improve health, skill, fitness and overall performance as it pertains to a particular sport (i.e., softball, basketball, volleyball, etc). Course consists of a variety of progressive strength, speed, agility and endurance exercises that aim to train the body to meet the physical demands associated with sport participation.

140/240 Personal Fitness: Strength and Conditioning (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course designed to assist students to build a good foundation of current knowledge and practice in the field of strength and conditioning. Emphasis will be placed upon: fitness components, proper lifting techniques, program design, lifting strategies, psychological and social dimensions of strength training, nutrition, and specialty topics. Goal is to help establish exercise behaviors that will promote a healthier life.

142/242 Personal Fitness: Aqua Aerobics (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course focuses on water aerobic exercise and conditioning that will emphasize cardiovascular endurance and promotes fitness using water resistance. Students need not be a swimmer to participate in this class.

145/245 Walk, Jog, Run (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course designed to assist in building a good foundation of current knowledge and practice in cardiovascular training. Emphasis will be placed upon: fitness components, walk/jog/running techniques, individualized program design, pacing strategies, psychological and social dimensions of cardiovascular training, nutrition, and specialty topics. Goal is to help establish exercise behaviors that will promote a healthier life.

147/247 Racquetball (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course designed to introduce the student to the sport of racquetball. The student will learn the rules of the game, equipment necessary for safe and competitive play, skills necessary for competent court play, and options for practice sessions and matches.

148/248 Rowing (1 or 2 Credit Option)The goal of this class is to provide the beginner and experienced rower instruction on basic rowing technique, use of the ergometer (rowing machine), and basic principles of training for rowing. Rowing at a pace appropriate for each individual, students in this class will be exposed to endurance, speed and strength workouts.

150/250 Sailing (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course Fee: TBA
A course in the basics of sailing a small boat. Students will learn nautical terminology, navigation, sailing theory, wind dynamics, knots and their applications and more. This is a universally recognized outdoor recreational experience which can be used beyond the college environment.

151/251 Pilates (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course Fee: TBACourse is designed to improve neuromuscular performance by focusing on core stability while balancing muscular strength with flexibility. The class is a progression of mat exercises utilizing resistance bands, balls, and rings which enhance the workout by enabling the student to vary the intensity of the exercises. Goals are to improve abdominal strength, spinal flexibility, and mind-body awareness.

152/252 Ice Skating (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course Fee: TBA
Introduction to the development of beginning level ice skating skills, techniques, technical and safety knowledge in a fun and enjoyable atmosphere fostering a lifetime passion for ice skating and improving cardiovascular physical fitness, social, and team skills. The class will, for the most part, take place on the ice; there will be short lectures and reading assignments.

153/253 In-Line Skating (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course designed to introduce students to the sport of in-line skating. Instructional emphasis will be placed on safely learning the lifelong activities of both in-line skating. The first half of the course will focus on basic intermediate in-line skating skills. The second part of the course will focus on the skills & enjoyment of in-line skating outdoors. Instruction will be given on skating basics, including: Skating forwards & backwards, turning, cross-overs & braking/stopping. Additional topics include: Discussions on the proper use of protective gear & the proper maintenance of equipment.

155/155L Scuba Diving (2)Course Fee: TBADesigned to provide the entry-level student with the elementary knowledge and skills needed to safely gain experience in the diving environment and, ultimately, to dive independently. Course is performance- based and designed to take students through simple to complex learning objectives. Performance-based means that students must satisfactorily complete the academic and water-skills requirements for each session before progressing to the next session. Initial open-water training phases are based on skill progression and at gradually increasing depths. All included skills are designed to be logical, realistic and apply to practical diving situations.

158/258 Softball (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course provides an introduction to the basic competencies, skills, methods and techniques necessary to play fast pitch softball at the basic level. Additionally, course designed to offer an overview of some of the rules and regulations of softball in a game setting.

159/259 Indoor Soccer (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course Fee: TBA
Course is designed to introduce indoor soccer. Emphasis will be placed upon the development of technical and tactical skills.

160/260 Swimming (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course designed to cover basic water safety skills and basic swimming strokes that should be used while in, on, or around the water.

162/262 Table Tennis (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course Fee: TBACourse designed to teach students how to play table tennis that will allow him/her to improve his/her basic skills, individual game and general physical fitness. Principles, techniques, safe practices, and strategies of table tennis will be taught throughout the class.

165/265 Tennis (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course Fee: TBACourse provides an understanding of the fundamentals of tennis with an emphasis on the basic strokes – forehand, backhand, volley, and serve. Additionally, the advanced skills such of overhead, lob, groundstroke variations, and playing strategies will be introduced. The course will allow you to develop confidence through skill development and will include understanding of the rules, sportsmanship, and etiquette of tennis so that you can develop an appreciation for the sport.

170/270 Strength Training (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course Fee: TBA
Course designed to assist students to build a good foundation of current knowledge and practice in the field of strength and conditioning. Emphasis will be placed upon: fitness components, proper lifting techniques, program design, lifting strategies, psychological and social dimensions of strength training, nutrition, and specialty topics. The goal of this course is to help students establish exercise behaviors that will promote a healthier life.

175/275 Volleyball (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course designed to familiarize the student with the skills involved in playing correct volleyball. Attention will be given to setting, hitting, passing, serving, serve receive and defense. The aim of the course is to aid the student in developing sound techniques and consistency playing volleyball. The course will also cover the rules of the game as emphasized by the FIVB, volleyball’s international governing body.

180/280 Volleyball/Softball (1 or 2 Credit Option)This course is split into two different sports. The first half of the course will be an introduction to the fundamental skills and strategies of organized volleyball. Volleyball requires development of the following individual skills: forearm pass, set, spike, block, dig, and serve. In addition, students will gain an understanding of elementary team strategies. Students will learn to practice effective communication with teammates. The second half of the class will focus on the fundamental skills and rules of softball. Emphasis is placed on proper techniques and strategies for playing softball. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in recreational volleyball and softball.

(02 Yoga – 2 Cr) Course will concentrate on Integral Yoga as taught by Sri Swami Satchidinanda for the first half of the semester and Vinyasa Yoga (based on Astanga Yoga) the second half of the semester.

(03 Yoga Power – 2 Cr) Gain an understanding of Hatha Yoga and its three components: postures (asanas), breath work (pranayama), and relaxation/meditation techniques. The course will concentrate on Vinyasa Yoga (based on Astanga Yoga).

(04 Yoga Gentle – 2 Cr) Gain an understanding of Hatha Yoga and its three components: postures (asanas), breath work (pranayama), and relaxation / meditation techniques. The course will concentrate on Sivananda Yoga.

190/190L Caribbean Connection (1 or 2 Credit Option)Course Fee: TBACourse designed to provide both the entry level and the more experienced SCUBA diver the additional knowledge, skills and experience to make diving safer and more enjoyable. This course will concentrate on the identification and behaviors of reef fishes inhabiting South Florida. Proper environmental diving techniques are emphasized.

191/191L Diver and the Coral Reef (2)Course Fee: TBAThis course is designed to provide both the entry level and the more experienced SCUBA diver the additional knowledge, skills and experience to make diving safer and more enjoyable. This course will concentrate on the intricate function of the coral reef ecosystem and individual diver responsibility. Proper environmental diving techniques are emphasized.

192/192L Night and Drift Diving (2)Course Fee: TBA
Designed to provide the experienced Advanced Level SCUBA diver the additional knowledge, skills, and experiences to make the activity of night diving and drift diving safer and more enjoyable. This course will concentrate on familiarizing advanced divers with skills, knowledge, organization, procedures, techniques, problems, hazards, and excitement of diving at night in local conditions.

195/195L Wreck Diving (2)Course Fee: TBA
Designed to provide the experienced Advanced Level SCUBA diver the additional knowledge, skills, and experiences to make the activity of survey wreck diving safer and more enjoyable. This course will concentrate on familiarization of advanced divers with the skills, knowledge, planning, organization, procedures techniques, problems, hazards and excitement of diving on wrecks. This course is intended to be a safe, supervised introduction to diving on local artificial wreck sites.

199 Special Topics (1-2)Content may vary each semester as determined by the ISR faculty, based on faculty, staff or student interests. No special topic offered more than twice.

255/255L Advanced Scuba Activities (2)Course Fee: TBADesigned to provide both the entry level and the more experienced SCUBA diver the additional knowledge, skills and experiences to make diving safer and more enjoyable. Some of diving’s most popular activities will be explored such as navigation; drift; boat; wreck and proper diver interaction with the environment. Actual diving experiences will be at the discretion of the instructor of record and based on group’s experience level, accessibility to dive locations and monitored weather locations. Prerequisite: ISR 155/155L